Two new guides featuring Danville’s Old West End Historic District and the Dan River Region’s outdoor recreation options have been launched.
The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism’s regional tourism brand program, Visit SoSi, released the guides, the Outdoor Adventure Guide and the Old West End Historic District Walking Tour Guide, in honor of National Travel and Tourism Week, which runs May 19-25.
The outdoor guide was produced by Eddy Alexander, a Roanoke marketing and growth strategy advisory firm, and highlights the region’s outdoor and agricultural experiences, including hiking, biking, racing, farm tours, rodeos, markets, wineries, breweries and more, according to a news release from the economic development and tourism office.
“This new adventure guide provides an opportunity to feature many of the local people and businesses across Danville and Pittsylvania County that have invested in growing the region’s reputation for many years,” Eddy Alexander President and Chief Strategist Jennifer Eddy said in a prepared statement.
Eddy pointed out that SoSi has beloved fishing holes, southern access to Smith Mountain Lake, racing at Virginia International Raceway, motocross competitions, off-roading trails and agritourism assets like pick-your-own fruit and vegetable farms, family friendly farm tours and competitive and showcase sporting events at Old Dominion Agricultural Complex.
“When you start to dig in, it’s truly astounding how much there is to see and do,” she said.
The Old West End District Historic District Walking Tour Guide, created in partnership with the Friends of the Old West End, features architectural history of many homes along Millionaire’s Row and throughout the Old West End Neighborhood and the River District.
“The Old West End boasts perhaps the finest and most concentrated collection of Victorian and Edwardian-era architecture in Virginia,” Jonathon Holbrook, President of the Old West End Board of Directors, said in a prepared statement. “With support from the City of Danville, Friends of the Old West End researched, documented, and published online the history of many of the homes in the district. Now, this comprehensive guide brings to life the entire district for all to enjoy.”
In addition to these new guides, Visit SoSi also offers a Visitor’s Guide and regional Pad Map featuring attractions, dining and shopping options and lodging recommendations.
Established in 1983, National Travel and Tourism Week celebrates the U.S. travel community and travel’s role in stimulating economic growth, cultivating vibrant communities, creating job opportunities, inspiring new businesses and elevating the quality of life for Americans.